Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus
Product Specification Sheet
Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus
Model Number: MT-1083
The Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus from Micro Technologies is a compact laboratory apparatus designed to demonstrate the thermal expansion and contraction of solids. The MT-1083 features a metal ball attached by a chain, a matching metal ring, and a convenient handle arrangement. The apparatus provides a simple and effective method for observing how heating and cooling affect the dimensions of a solid metal object.
Product Specification
The Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus from Micro Technologies is designed for laboratory experiments involving the expansion and contraction of solid materials due to temperature changes. It provides a straightforward method for demonstrating one of the fundamental principles of thermal physics.
The MT-1083 consists of a metal ball and matching ring arrangement mounted with a convenient hand-held support. Under normal conditions, the ball and ring are appropriately sized to demonstrate their dimensional relationship before heating.
During a typical experiment, the metal ball is heated using a suitable laboratory heat source. As its temperature increases, the metal undergoes thermal expansion, causing a small increase in the diameter of the ball. This dimensional change can be demonstrated by comparing its ability to pass through the ring before and after heating.
When the heated ball is allowed to cool, it contracts toward its original dimensions. This allows the same apparatus to demonstrate both thermal expansion on heating and contraction on cooling.
The ball is attached to the apparatus by a chain, which helps keep the components together and provides convenient handling during experimental procedures. A hand grip provides additional control when positioning the ring and ball.
Its compact construction requires minimal bench space and makes the apparatus easy to handle and store. Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies, the MT-1083 Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus is suitable for physics laboratories, thermal laboratories, research and testing facilities, and other laboratory environments where thermal expansion principles are studied.
Features
- Metal ball and ring arrangement
- Designed for thermal expansion experiments
- Demonstrates expansion on heating
- Demonstrates contraction on cooling
- Ball attached with chain
- Convenient hand-held design
- Compact laboratory construction
- Simple manual operation
- Durable and reusable apparatus
- Easy to integrate with a suitable heat source
Benefits
- Clearly demonstrates thermal expansion of solids
- Allows heating and cooling effects to be compared
- Simple configuration makes observations straightforward
- Chain-mounted ball provides convenient handling
- Compact design requires minimal working space
- Reusable construction supports repeated experiments
- Useful for fundamental thermal physics studies
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus |
| Model No. | MT-1083 |
| Product Type | Thermal Expansion Apparatus |
| Main Components | Metal Ball & Ring |
| Ball Attachment | Chain |
| Handle | Provided |
| Operation | Manual |
| Experimental Process | Heating & Cooling |
| Demonstration | Expansion & Contraction of Solid Metal |
| Application | Thermal Expansion Experiments |
Available Model
| Model No. | Product |
|---|---|
| MT-1083 | Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus |
Applications
- Thermal expansion experiments
- Thermal contraction experiments
- Expansion of solids studies
- Heating and cooling experiments
- Temperature effect demonstrations
- Thermal physics experiments
- Heat and thermodynamics laboratory work
- Material behavior studies
- General laboratory thermal experiments
Available Variants
Ball and Ring Apparatus, Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus, Metal Expansion Apparatus, Solid Expansion Apparatus, Heat Expansion Apparatus, Expansion and Contraction Apparatus, Laboratory Ball and Ring Apparatus, Thermal Physics Apparatus
SKU System
MT-BRTE-1083
FAQs
What is the MT-1083 Ball and Ring Apparatus used for?
The MT-1083 is used to demonstrate the thermal expansion and contraction of a solid metal when its temperature changes.
What is the model number of this Ball and Ring Apparatus?
The Micro Technologies model number is MT-1083.
What happens to the metal ball when it is heated?
When heated, the metal ball expands slightly because its dimensions increase with temperature.
What happens when the heated ball cools down?
As the ball cools, the metal contracts toward its original dimensions, demonstrating thermal contraction.
Why is a ring provided with the metal ball?
The ring provides a reference opening that allows the dimensional change of the ball before and after heating to be demonstrated.
Does the MT-1083 require a separate heat source?
Yes. A suitable compatible laboratory heat source is typically required to heat the metal ball during the thermal expansion experiment.
Why Choose Our Products
- Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies
- Model MT-1083
- Simple ball-and-ring configuration
- Demonstrates both expansion and contraction
- Compact and reusable laboratory construction
- Suitable for heat and thermal physics experiments
- Bulk, OEM, institutional, and distributor supply available
Call to Action
Choose the Ball and Ring Thermal Expansion Apparatus – MT-1083 from Micro Technologies for effective experiments involving the expansion and contraction of solids. Contact us today for competitive pricing, bulk procurement, institutional requirements, OEM supply, distributor inquiries, and customized quotations.
